Tyre Insurance
What is Škoda Tyre Insurance?
Not even high-quality tyres are entirely resistant to the pitfalls which may await you on the road. Whether caused by nails or sharp kerbs and stones, tyres are often damaged to such an extent, that you have no choice but to replace them. So, in order to keep ruined tyres from leaving you out-of-pocket, we bring you the Škoda Tyre Insurance scheme.
How do I get ŠkodaTyre Insurance?
All new Škoda vehicles registered after 1st of July 2022 automatically come with 3 years free tyre insurance.
What does Škoda Tyre Insurance cover?
Only those tyre defects that cannot be repaired
- Sidewall puncture
- Kerb damage
- Blow out (As a result of the above)
- Vandalism (must submit Gardai report)
- Mounting of the new tyre and tyre disposal charge
What does Škoda Tyre Insurance not cover?
- Paraxial tyre replacement
- Tyre failure as a result of normal wear
- Damage where thread depth is below 1.6mm
Other Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the duration of the tyre insurance policy?
- Tyre will be covered - 100% in year 1 / 75% in year 2 / 50% in year 3.
- Full fitting cost and environmental charge will be covered 100% for the full 3 year term.
I am temporarily immobilised due to tyre damage and I have a spare tyre/wheel?
- Fit the spare wheel to your vehicle.
- Contact your local authorized Škoda dealer to advise them you have tyre damage and tyre insurance.
- Book an appointment with your Škoda dealer to have a replacement tyre fitted.
- The Škoda dealer will inspect the tyre to confirm damage is covered under tyre insurance (puncture/blowout, kerb damage, vandalism).
- Tyre will be covered - 100% in year 1 / 75% in year 2 / 50% in year 3.
- Full fitting cost and environmental charge will be covered 100% for the full 3 year term.
- It's important to note you should never try and change a tyre if your personal safety is at risk. If you aren't confident enough to change the tyre yourself and need assistance, you can call the breakdown assist help line.
I am immobilised due to tyre damage and I have a spare tyre/wheel but I am unable to change the wheel
- Contact Škoda assist at 1800 202 102 (freephone). They will assist to fit the spare wheel to keep you mobile.
- Contact your local authorized Škoda dealer to advise them you have tyre damage and tyre insurance.
- Book an appointment with your Škoda dealer to have a replacement tyre fitted. The Škoda dealer will inspect the tyre to confirm damage is covered under tyre insurance (puncture/blowout, kerb damage, vandalism).
- Tyre will be covered - 100% in year 1 / 75% in year 2 / 50% in year 3.
- Full fitting cost and environmental charge will be covered 100% for the full 3 year term.
- It's important to note you should never try and change a tyre if your personal safety is at risk.
I am immobilised due to tyre damage and my car does not come with a spare/wheel tyre
- Contact Škoda assist at 1800 202 102 (freephone). You are covered for basic breakdown cover. Skoda assist will recover your vehicle into the nearest Škoda dealer.
- The Škoda dealer will inspect the tyre to confirm damage is covered under tyre insurance (puncture/blowout, kerb damage, vandalism).
- Tyre will be covered - 100% in year 1 / 75% in year 2 / 50% in year 3.
- Full fitting cost and environmental charge will be covered 100% for the full 3 year term.
How long will it take to replace my tyre?
Škoda dealers hold an amount of tyres in their tyre stock portfolio. However, not every tyre will be on hand. If the tyre is not on the shelf, our tyre partner Modern tyres will do their best to have the correct tyre delivered within 24 hours of ordering (mid-week).
Am I entitled to a replacement car during my repair?
Under basic breakdown assist, you are not entitled to a replacement vehicle while your vehicle is off the road due to tyre damage.
What is the difference between Tyre Insurance and a Tyre and Maintenance Plan?
Tyre insurance covers in the event of damage caused due to an outside influence. Tyre maintenance plans are a completely different product. Tyre maintenance plans are for normal wear and tear.